🇺🇸 Happy Veterans Day 🇺🇸

🪖 Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. Their sacrifice and dedication ensure the freedoms we enjoy every day. 🗽

This fall, a group of Sylvan Hills High School students joined Family & Consumer Sciences teacher Nicole Manwaring at the Educators Rising Fall Leadership Conference. As part of the event, students participated in a special service project — writing heartfelt messages in cards for veterans at the VA hospital.

📸 Students who took part in this project included:
Lilaina Harrell
Carson Owens
Bella Howell
Ke'Shawnna Davis
Ashton Parker

They remind us that gratitude can be shown in many ways — from a simple card to a heartfelt thank you. To all veterans in our community and beyond, we thank you for your service. ❤️💙🤍 #VeteransDay #PCSSDproud #GoBears
27 days ago, PCSSD
A group of people seated around a table, examining what appears to be playing cards or documents. The group appears to be engaged in a collaborative activity or discussion.
Group of 6 students wearing casual attire posing in front of a backdrop with the Arkansas logo and text.
🎨 These incredible art projects from the Historic Arkansas Museum’s “Preservation of Our Past” competition have finally returned to students!
🏛️ The winning submissions, which were on display at the museum's Children's Gallery this summer, featured artists from Joe T. Robinson Middle and Sherwood Elementary Schools.
🖼️ 137 Arkansas middle schoolers and junior high students drew pictures and wrote essays about historic places they love in the state. 33 Arkansas Heritage employees took 2 days to select the winners — including Aria Patel and Ryce Parker pictured here. #artcontest #studentart #ARPreservation #Arkansashistory #PCSSDproud
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Two young women holding award certificates stand in front of a colorful "Challenge Level Up" backdrop.
Wall display with framed artwork, signs reading "Preserve Our Past", and photos showcasing local history.
A framed artwork depicting mountains, a hike trail, and the text "Eat, Sleep, Hike, Repeat" and "Adventure - Little Rocky". The frame has a woodgrain finish.
Framed artwork depicting an abstract design with shapes, colors, and textures suggestive of musical instruments or objects.
Framed artwork depicting a map of a location with buildings, people, and signage for "Little Rock Regional Airport" and "Cleveland Bldg".
Colorful drawing of a two-story building with a sun rising in the sky, surrounded by clouds and landscape.
Framed painting depicting a rural landscape with a waterfall, trees, and a small building.
Framed painting of a white house with a wooden frame and green trees in the background, with the text "The Baxter-Dixon house" below the image.

🎉🐝 Congratulations to Isabella Calderón Chávez for earning 2nd place at the Central Arkansas Spanish Spelling Bee and a $200 cash prize! 🥈💵
The Maumelle Middle School 7th-grade Stinger competed against students in grades 4–8 from across Pulaski, Saline, Lonoke, and Faulkner counties. Maumelle Middle School teacher Dr. Lorena Franco‑Canales served as a judge for the event.
“We are beyond proud of Isabella’s incredible achievement,” school leaders shared. “If you see her, be sure to give her a warm congratulations and celebrate her success with us." #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Two smiling women standing next to each other, one wearing a striped shirt and shorts, the other in a long black dress holding a trophy.
Crowded room with people seated at tables, decorative stars hanging from ceiling, and awards or trophies on table in foreground.
Three people standing in an office setting, one person wearing a yellow vest and holding a microphone, one person in a striped sweater, and one person in dark clothing.
Two large yellow bee mascot statues with the word "BEE" on them, on a yellow table with audience members visible in the background.
Three people in casual business attire holding a sign for "Central Arkansas Spanish Spelling Bee" event.
Cheron Atkins-Butcher, a fifth-grade teacher at Sherwood Elementary, has been selected as one of only 23 educators statewide to participate in the inaugural Arkansas Excellence in Teaching Fellowship Program. Read here (https://www.pcssd.org/article/2523176) to see what she's learned from the program already and how students will benefit. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
A cover photo for an artile showing a classroom scene with a teacher and students. Shelves, decorations, and American flag. Text on image: "I want to show my students that learning is a lifelong journey—and that their teacher is still learning, too."
👕 Tomorrow is AVID Wednesday! 📣
This week, we’re spotlighting Mrs. Stephanie DeWitt’s kindergarten class at William Jefferson Clinton Elementary. Students recently completed an AVID jigsaw activity on story elements. Each group became “experts” on characters, setting, beginning, middle, or end, and then taught their classmates what they learned.

“It’s been wonderful watching them collaborate, think critically, and deepen their understanding of how stories work! Way to go, scholars,” Mrs. DeWitt shared.

Don’t forget to wear your AVID shirts tomorrow, celebrate student success, and keep building those college and career ready skills!
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
A young child lying on the floor, surrounded by educational materials such as numbers, shapes, and colored pencils. Another kid is smiling at him.
A person wearing a pink hat is working on a drawing on the floor surrounded by books and papers, and two students
Three children sitting on the floor, surrounding art supplies and a paper drawing.
Several young children seated on the floor, drawing and coloring on large sheets of paper shaped like puzzle pieces with crayons and markers.
Two hands writing on paper in a school setting, with a desk, supplies, and other student materials visible.
Handwritten notes and drawings on a whiteboard, including words like "beggining", "end", "middle", and a hand-drawn graphic.
We are proud to share with you that 16 PCSSD students have received National Recognition from College Board! This program shines a light on high-achieving students nationwide. Award winners have a tangible way to stand out to colleges and celebrate their academic achievements with their communities. Congratulations! #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
National Recognition Program Award
Award Winners
October is National Principals Month! Today, we are celebrating Felecia Hamilton of William Jefferson Clinton Elementary. Thanks for everything you do for our PCSSD students. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Felecia Hamilton
October is National Principals Month! Today, we are celebrating Dr. Matt Mellor of Lawson Elementary School. Thanks for everything you do for our PCSSD students. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Dr. Matt Mellor
🚰 Maumelle High students in the Central Arkansas Academy of Science and Construction took an industry tour of the Clearwater Water Treatment Facility this week. 🏭 👷‍♂️ Pre-engineering and Water Distribution and Construction pathway students explored careers at Central Arkansas Water, including roles like engineers and electricians. They met Vessel, the leak detection dog! 🐶💧 🔧 Scholars made water filters using sand and pebbles, and learned about meters — even taking them apart. 📏 #PCSSDproud #AcademiesOfMaumelle #CentralArkansasWaterAcademyOfScienceAndConstruction #AcademiesOfPCSSD#AcademiesoOfCentralArkansas
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Two men in work attire conversing at a workbench with various tools and equipment.
A group of people, including a man standing at the front, seated in a classroom-like setting with audio/visual equipment.
Two students with braided hairstyles sitting at a table, examining objects and documents.
Young man in black shirt sitting next to black dog in a room with chairs and a school bus visible through the window.
A person with dreadlocks sitting on a couch next to a black dog, with a school bus visible through the window.
A man in a blue shirt and jeans standing in a modern, minimalist office lobby with a sofa, artwork, and signs on the walls.
Two people working on computers in a workshop setting, surrounded by shelves and boxes.
The image shows a group of people gathered around a large, complex machinery setup in what appears to be a laboratory or workshop setting. There are various equipment, tools, and components visible on the workbench.
Two people in work uniforms in a utility room, with a clock on the wall and various tools and equipment visible.
Group of people in a workshop examining car parts on a workbench.
October is National Principals Month! Today, we are celebrating Neely Claassen of Landmark Elementary School. Thanks for everything you do for our PCSSD students. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Neely Claassen

10th-grade students in the Telcoe Federal Credit Union Academy of Business and Service toured Telcoe's main branch this week. They learned about marketing, banking, and computer skills. Scholars got to hold $100,000, learn how Telcoe protects customers from financial fraud, and judge the employee pumpkin decorating contest. #PCSSDProud #ServeAll #TelcoeFederalCreditUnion #TelcoeFederalCreditUnionAcademyOfBusinessAndService #AcademiesOfCentralArkansas #AcademiesOfMaumelle #AcademiesOfPCSSD

about 1 month ago, PCSSD
A group of people standing together in what appears to be a bank lobby or financial institution. Some are wearing casual attire, others in business casual or formal wear. Tellers and New Accounts signage visible.
Three young people standing in an indoor setting, two wearing sweatshirts and one holding $100,000 in 100 bills.
A person's hand holding a stack of cash, likely US dollars, on a carpeted office floor with filing cabinets in the background.
A man in a green shirt standing in front of a large colorful wheel, gesturing with his arms raised, in what appears to be a classroom or office setting.
A woman in a pink cardigan speaking into a microphone while standing in front of a large screen displaying information.
A small group of people gathered in an office setting, with a large TV screen and a wheel-like game display visible.
Creepy spider-like creature with two doll heads attached to its black and furry body.
October is National Principals Month! Today, we are celebrating Dr. Yolanda Thomas of Pine Forest Elementary School. Thanks for everything you do for our PCSSD students. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Dr. Yolanda Thomas
💉✅ Our district flu clinic yesterday was a great success!

In collaboration with the Arkansas Department of Health and our school-based health center partner, Mainline, PCSSD employees received flu shots, enjoyed healthy snacks, and had blood sugar and blood pressure checks.

Thank you to our partners, nurses, and staff who made this event possible — and to all the employees who took steps to protect their health this season. Here’s to a safe and healthy fall! 🍂 #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
A brick building with a sign that says "Mainline Health". A person is standing in the doorway.
The image shows a hallway with a red accent wall and several framed photos on the walls. Three women walking down the hallway.
An older man in a button-up shirt sitting in a chair while a woman in a pink top attends to him.
Two women sitting at a table, one wearing a Bodewell nametag and the other wearing a red shirt, engaged in conversation.
Two young women sitting at a desk, smiling and working on paperwork.
An older man in a button-up shirt sitting in a chair while a woman in a pink top attends to him.
A group of four women of varying ages and ethnicities sitting together and looking at a tablet or document.
A healthcare worker administering a vaccine to a patient in a medical office.
Two women with warm smiles sitting together, one with curly dark hair and the other with long dark hair.
A sign displaying the hours of operation for the Pulaski County Special School District Health Center, operated by Mainline Health. The hours are listed in English and Spanish.
October is National Principals Month! Today, we are celebrating Britney Hickman of Sylvan Hills Elementary School. Thanks for everything you do for our PCSSD students. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Britney Hickman
October is National Principals Month! Today, we are celebrating Tamara Gatewood-Williams of Joe T. Robinson Elementary. Thanks for everything you do for our PCSSD students. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Tamara Gatewood-Williams
Bus Driver Safety Awareness Week spotlight 🚌 Lila White has been driving for Lawson Elementary and Robinson Middle and High Schools for 11 years. Her passion for education shines through in every ride as she helps students get to school safely and with care.
🛍 When she’s not behind the wheel, Lila enjoys shopping and spending time with her great-grandchild.
🗣 “These children are our future. I strive on education—they need to get as much of it as they possibly can,” Lila said.
Want to make a difference like these incredible drivers? 👉 Apply to be a bus driver at PCSSD: https://pcssd.schoolspring.com/
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Lila White -Robinson in a yellow safety vest and soft headband standing next to a large school bus in a parking lot.
October is National Principals Month! Today, we are celebrating Tracy Bailey of Harris Elementary School. Thanks for everything you do for our PCSSD students. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Tracy Bailey
Bus Driver Safety Awareness Week spotlight 🚌 Reginald Jones serves Chenal and Robinson Middle & High Schools with 31 years of combined experience. He blends his love for driving and athletics with a commitment to being a positive influence.
🎣 In his free time, Reginald enjoys praising God, relaxing, fishing, and watching sports.
🗣 “Being a bus driver blends in with basically everything you do. It also give you a chance to be a positive role [model] in a student's Education,” Reginald said.
Want to make a difference like these incredible drivers? 👉 Apply to be a bus driver at PCSSD: https://pcssd.schoolspring.com/
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Reginald Jones -Robinson, a grey hearied man in a safety vest stands in front of a school bus with the text 'Pulaski County Special School District' on it.
October is National Principals Month! Today, we are celebrating Denetha Hall of Sherwood Elementary School. Thanks for everything you do for our PCSSD students. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
about 2 months ago, PCSSD
Denetha Hall

Bus Driver Safety Awareness Week spotlight 🚌 Bernice Hooks Davis has been driving for Sherwood and Sylvan Hills schools for nearly 32 years. She simply loves driving the bus and connecting with students whenever she can.
💇‍♀️ Bernice is also a cosmetologist and enjoys doing hair in her spare time.
🗣 “I hope I have made a difference in some child’s life,” Bernice said.
Want to make a difference like these incredible drivers? 👉 Apply to be a bus driver at PCSSD: https://pcssd.schoolspring.com/

about 2 months ago, PCSSD
Bernice Hooks, a smiling woman in a yellow high-visibility vest and glasses standing in front of a large yellow school bus with the number "309" displayed.